Southwire Portable Surge Guard with Diagnostics, 30-Amp 44280

Protect your RV from faulty campground power with the SouthWire Surge Guard 30A Portable Surge Protector (Part #44280). Built to handle the high-power consumption demands of today's RV campers, this unit plugs directly into the power pedestal and analyzes the circuit to verify your power supply is safe before it reaches your rig.

Identifies Faulty Power Before It Damages Your RV

Campground pedestals are notorious for wiring problems that can damage electronics the moment you plug in. The 44280 checks for open ground, open neutral, correct polarity, and reversed lines/ground, using clear indicators to show power status so you know whether it's safe to connect. With 2,100 joules of surge suppression, it also actively defends against voltage spikes — a step up from basic fault-indicating units.

Thermal Protection & Durable Build

A built-in thermal sensor indicates an overheating plug or receptacle — a common early warning sign of a failing connection — while a surge protection indicator confirms your protection status at a glance. High-gauge brass construction provides years of reliable use, and the weather-resistant design stands up to outdoor conditions at the pedestal.

Convenient, No-Pigtail Design

The 44280 plugs directly into the power pedestal with no pigtail needed, and convenient Easy-T-Pull™ plug handles make connecting and disconnecting far easier on your hands. At just 1.78 lbs, it's light and easy to transport between trips.

Key Features

• Handles high-power consumption of modern RV campers
• Analyzes pedestal circuits to identify power status
• Checks for open ground, open neutral, correct polarity, and reversed lines/ground
• 2,100 joules of surge suppression
• Thermal sensor indicates overheating plug/receptacle
• Surge protection indicator
• High-gauge brass construction for durability
• Easy-T-Pull™ plug handles; plugs directly into pedestal (no pigtail)
• Weather-resistant and lightweight (1.78 lbs)

Specifications

• Brand: SouthWire / Surge Guard
• MFG Part No.: 44280
• Type: Portable Surge Protector
• Amperage: 30A
• Surge Suppression: 2,100 joules
• Open Ground Protection: Yes
• Open Neutral Protection (Input): Yes
• Reverse Polarity Protection (Input): Yes
• Thermal Line/Load Protection: Yes
• Weight: 1.78 lbs